Organic Chemistry Lab Coordinator & Teaching Lead

University of Maine at Augusta; Orono (ME); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maine invites applications for a laboratory support and teaching position in the organic chemistry program. The role focuses on preparing supplies and materials for organic labs, maintaining the prep room, managing chemical inventories and waste, and teaching up to two organic lab sections in fall and spring, plus up to one in each summer session.

The hiring range is $50,000 to $53,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience, with benefits typical of University

Qualifications

• BS degree in chemistry.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of organic experimental laboratory techniques, chemical safety procedures, and handling hazardous waste.
• Familiarity with standard software (Chemdraw, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Zoom, Learning Management Systems) and ability to learn new software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare supplies and materials for organic chemistry laboratories.
• Maintain the organic prep room, including chemical inventories and waste management.
• Teach up to two organic lab sections during fall and spring and up to one in each of the two summer sessions.

Skills

Organic lab techniques

Chemical safety procedures

Waste handling

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ability to learn new software

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Tools

Chemdraw

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Zoom

Learning Management Systems

Job description

The University of Maine invites applications for a laboratory support and teaching position in the organic chemistry program. The role focuses on preparing supplies and materials for organic labs, maintaining the prep room, managing chemical inventories and waste, and teaching up to two organic lab sections in fall and spring, plus up to one in each summer session.

The hiring range is $50,000 to $53,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience, with benefits typical of University